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Veterans Memorial Park (Middletown)

Connecticut · City Park · Park · Open to all

GrillingPropane & charcoalPicnic-area reservation required through…
On the waterSwimming
Things to doPlayground
AccessOpen to allOpen to the public; reservation needed to hold a…

About this place

Same Middletown ordinance covers this 41-acre park: charcoal or other registered commercial grilling heating sources allowed, firewood fires banned.

Good to know

SwimmingLifeguard Public swimming is allowed at designated areas as indicated by the Director of Recreation and Community Services. At Crystal Lake, swimming is allowed within buoyed lake areas supervised by lifeguards.
AlcoholNo The possession and/or drinking of alcoholic beverages by any person is prohibited on any City-owned property under the jurisdiction of the Public Works Department.
DogsLeash Dogs and other pets are permitted in City parks and recreational areas on leash only and under control of their owners or keepers. Dogs and other pets are prohibited on the City beaches and at the City pools.

Hours

  • 6:00 AM–6:00 PMopen space parks and nongated recreational areas
  • 8:00 AM–6:00 PMgated City parks and recreational areas

Fees

  • $50 per dayMiddletown residents for picnic area reservation
  • $100 per daynonprofit organizations for picnic area reservation
  • $200 per daynonresidents for picnic area reservation

What's here

Picnic tables
Playground
Restrooms
Parking

Location

Veterans Memorial Park (Middletown)
RegionConnecticut
Coordinates41.5590° N, 72.6715° W
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Common questions

Can you grill at Veterans Memorial Park (Middletown)?

Yes — both propane and charcoal grilling are allowed at Veterans Memorial Park (Middletown). Picnic-area reservation required through Middletown Public Works ($50/day residents, $200/day non-residents, $100/day nonprofits). Always confirm current rules on the official page before you go.

Do you need a permit or reservation?

Picnic-area reservation required through Middletown Public Works ($50/day residents, $200/day non-residents, $100/day nonprofits).

Is there a fee at Veterans Memorial Park (Middletown)?

Yes — fees apply. For example, $50 per day · Middletown residents for picnic area reservation. See the official page for the full schedule.

Can you swim at Veterans Memorial Park (Middletown)?

Public swimming is allowed at designated areas as indicated by the Director of Recreation and Community Services. At Crystal Lake, swimming is allowed within buoyed lake areas supervised by lifeguards.

Are dogs allowed?

Dogs and other pets are permitted in City parks and recreational areas on leash only and under control of their owners or keepers. Dogs and other pets are prohibited on the City beaches and at the City pools.

What are the hours at Veterans Memorial Park (Middletown)?

6:00 AM–6:00 PM · open space parks and nongated recreational areas; 8:00 AM–6:00 PM · gated City parks and recreational areas.

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